Inov8 TrailFly Ultra G 300 Max ($190 / €195 / £170) It’s been one month since I first unboxed my Inov8 Trailfly Ultra G 300 Max trail shoes. In this post, I’m going to do as thorough and honest a review as possible based on my experiences so far. Some caveats I have not yet run an ultra in these shoes, which is their intended use. In fact, I have not yet run an ultra full stop, though I am training towards one. I have been doing 4 runs per week of varying distances between 5-20km on steep rocky trails. I’ve also done a few long hikes, including 50km over two days, again over steep rocky te ..read more

New Ultra-Light Tarp Shelters from ALPS These new ultra-light tarp shelters from ALPS could be a great addition to your gear list. ALPS Mountaineering is a manufacturer of performance-driven technical support gear. Their two new products are specifically designed for backpackers and long-haul day hikers. ALPS Ultra-Light Tarp Shelter The Ultra-Light Tarp Shelter is for fast-packers looking to cut weight and simplify camp setup. Made from 20D 380T ripstop nylon with a 3000mm silicone/PU coating, this 6-point catenary cut tarp measures 380cm x 295cm and weighs only 425g. The Ultra-Light Tarp ..read more

Wacaco brings their most compact portable espresso machine to market Wacaco has developed its lightest and most compact portable espresso machine today. The Picopresso is a high-end manual espresso machine that uses groundbreaking piston-driven technology. The Picopresso builds on the success of its predecessors, the Minipresso and Nanopresso. The Picopress promises the convenience and versatility of a palm-sized espresso maker with the quality of a cafe grade machine. The machine features a naked portafilter, so delicious creamy espresso flows directly from a standard stainless steel filt ..read more

Unibank Pull Cord Powerbank wins Sustainability Award The Unibank Pull Cord Powerbank is rechargeable via its pull and power charger or via USB. Pulling the cord by hand for 90 seconds can give you 25 minutes of talk time on a typical smartphone. Award-Winning Pull Cord Powerbank Innovation The pull cord mechanism allows you to generate power, not just with the pull, but also via the recoil motion. The design received Global acclaim at the International Design Awards winning in the ‘Sustainable Living, Environmental Preservation’ category. Used day-to-day, the pull cord power bank can cut e ..read more

Shwood Release Sustainable Sunglasses Range Sustainable Sunglasses are the USP of the new CAMP range from Shwood. Shwood Eyewear is traditionally an urban brand, but its new CAMP range is targeted at the outdoor market. Shwood saw a need for affordable polarized eyewear with spring hinges that were durable enough for outdoor adventure. Sustainable Sunglasses with Plant-Based Bio-Plastic Frames Plant-based bio-plastic frames greatly reduce the amount of plastic required to make sunglasses. Combine this with the long life from the sturdy design and voila, some sustainable shades! These susta ..read more

Mountain Hardwear Launches New Hoverbelt Technology Mountain Hardwear’s new hoverbelt technology multi-day hiking packs feature a revolutionary pivoting belt. The brand continues to expand from just climb inspired packs to more general outdoor and multi-day excursion gear. Multi-directional hip belt aids dynamic movement and comfort. The hover hip belt attaches to a spring steel frame by four points allowing it dynamic movement. Most importantly it enables side-to-side motion to follow the natural gait of a hiker. The back panel and hip belt feature a blend of tighter and more open air mesh t ..read more

Komperdell release Ultra-Light Self-Deploying Trekking Poles The New Carbon FXP.4 Cloud Foldable Poles from Komperdell are the first Ultra-Light Self-Deploying Trekking Poles. Unique to Komperdell, the FXP Cloud Series poles are self-deploying, yet despite the low weight remain bombproof. Made from carbon fibre, these ultra-light hiking poles weigh in at just 173g. Fully extended they measure 115cm, and pack down to a very compact 45cm. Lightweight self-deploying poles are the perfect choice for ultra-trails or fastpacking, where weight is of utmost concern, and you’re likely regularly storin ..read more

Osprey have just released a beautiful Limited Edition Osprey Talon Ghost. The Talon Ghost is a revamped version of their classic day pack in a very chic all-white colour scheme. (Read our review of the Classic Talon Backpack here). Limited Edition Osprey Talon Ghost Osprey’s Limited Edition Osprey Talon Ghost is intended as a multi-purpose day pack, as at home in the city as it is in the wold. The pack features a close-to-body yet breathable AirScape® backpanel and continuous-wrap harness and hipbelt that keep the pack snug while allowing feedom of movement. An ultra-tech pack designed for e ..read more

Hillsound Equipment Launch Packstack Backpack Packing System Canadian outdoor specialists Hillsound are launching a new Backpack Packing System to protect and organize your gear. The new ergonomically designed backpack packing systems help keep gear protected and organized with no wasted space. We are thrilled to see the PackStack and PackStack Pro come to life. We spent countless hours designing, testing, and adjusting prototypes to ensure the best product possible. We’re excited to release the PackStack systems to help people get back to doing what they love outside instead of organizing a ..read more

USWE 100% Bounce-Free Running Vests Sweedish Backpack specialists USWE have launched a Bounce-Free Running Vest. The company started out making backpacks for off-road motorbiking. They developed their “No Dancing Monkey suspension harness system” to cope with all the bouncing around. Their new vests and hydration packs take this technology and apply it to trail running. Their system promises to keep the pack snug and comfortable, without restricting movement. No Dancing Monkey The new Pace packs are designed for running, fastpacking, and ultras. The unique harness system expands with the ches ..read more